By most accounts, the ark draws more visitors than its sister attraction. AIG does not release yearly attendance numbers for the Creation Museum, according to spokeswoman Melany Ethridge, however, organization leaders said in 2016 they were hoping the museum would draw 600,000 that year.

New additions are planned for the Ark Encounter grounds including the Answers Center, more zoo space, restaurants and a children's play area. The center will house a 2,500-seat auditorium and a 36,000-square foot basement with classrooms.

To put attendance to the Ark Encounter in perspective, the Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden reported 1.6 million visitors in its last annual report. Kings Islands had an estimated 2017 attendance of 3.47 million, according to the Themed Entertainment Association. The Newport Aquarium averages 700,000 visitors a year, according to its website.